Learn Electronics With Short Circuits
The world of electronics is wonderful indeed. Though tinkering with it may not be for everyone, if you are into electronics, then you will want to check out Short Circuits. Or, you can introduce the little ones to this realm early.
Short Circuits is a platform for learning electronics, conceptualized by Martyn Evans, a self-confessed educator, engineer, designer, and lifelong maker. He is a STEM and Electronics teacher with years under his belt, so you are sure he knows what he’s about.
The development of the platform has been going on for two years, and now, the first kits are ready for production. These kits offer a real-world experience with the basics of electronics, combining theory with practical stuff. FUN!
The first four kits are all about microcontroller circuitry, which is everywhere in the house. Think of any smart device you have, and chances are there will be microcontroller circuitry in there. Your smart TV, Bluetooth speaker, keyboard, and even the microwave.
Any adult interested in the field will find this an easy and fun way to do something with their hands (and brains). The Short Circuits kits are also appropriate for children ages 12 and above. Just make sure they are supervised and know the fundamentals of voltage, current, and resistance. Easy-peasy.
Once you’ve finished these kits, you can look forward to the next four, which are in development. They will build upon what you learn from the first four, and make things even more fun.
All of the kits come with:
- A PCB (Printed Circuit Board), with black solder mask, white silkscreen, and ENIG gold coated contacts. (Our prototypes have the cheaper HASL coating, so the real deal will look doubly awesome!).
- All the components needed to build the circuits.
- Some standoffs and screws to stack our kits together.
- Access to a 50 + page manual
This is a really exciting concept, and practically anyone can play with the kits.
Ready to learn electronics? Take a look at the project.
